The Boys from Clear Lake Series by K.C. Everly

This friendship is about to go off the charts…When my life goes up in flames, the last thing I expect is to become a glorified babysitter for a rowdy rock and roll band. But Noah James isn’t your typical entitled and reckless rockstar—he’s my best friend. The person who’s always been there to catch me when I fall.Of course, there was that incident involving him, a public fountain, nudity, and a spontaneous rock anthem... moreThis friendship is about to go off the charts…When my life goes up in flames, the last thing I expect is to become a glorified babysitter for a rowdy rock and roll band. But Noah James isn’t your typical entitled and reckless rockstar—he’s my best friend. The person who’s always been there to catch me when I fall.Of course, there was that incident involving him, a public fountain, nudity, and a spontaneous rock anthem. Let’s tuck that little gem away for now, shall we?When the label threatens to yank Noah from his tour, he pleads with me to be his voice of reason on the road. And how could I say no? I’ve been doing it since we were kids—a seasoned pro. Besides, he swears we’ll have a blast, and right now? Fun is what I need.But here’s the kicker: one steamy night changes everything, and suddenly the status quo that we agreed on—that tomorrow will be the same as yesterday—goes up in smoke. Now we’re left trying to find a new rhythm to our friendship.As the tour continues and my feelings grow louder, my heart yearns for an encore. Noah is playful, mischievous, and so damn fun. And our banter? Off the charts. But losing Noah is not an option. Not when I’ve already lost everything else. With his sweet crooning and flirty teasing? He’s making it awfully hard.And when my feelings start singing a ballad that could rival any chart-topper? I realize I’m in trouble. less

When a bad girl tries to go good… Home is where they never let you forget who you were. And me? I was the wicked witch of Clear Lake. But that was ten years ago, and today is a new chapter. When my life spirals unexpectedly, I have no choice but to return to the small town where I grew up. I’m not exactly greeted with open arms, but I’m not back to make friends, anyway... moreWhen a bad girl tries to go good… Home is where they never let you forget who you were. And me? I was the wicked witch of Clear Lake. But that was ten years ago, and today is a new chapter. When my life spirals unexpectedly, I have no choice but to return to the small town where I grew up. I’m not exactly greeted with open arms, but I’m not back to make friends, anyway. With no place to call my own, no job to rely on, and a bank account that's seen better days, I'm left with one endure six weeks with my even wickeder mother until I can access my trust fund. Simple, right? But just when I think I’ve hit rock bottom, fate delivers the ultimate punchline. I find myself stranded and needing help from a town filled with people who don’t want to give it. Then he enters the scene—Reed Watkins, the quiet, introverted boy from my past who’s transformed into a man I couldn’t plan for. I never thought I'd need his help, but life has a funny way of surprising you. Reed becomes my ally on the path to redemption. But I’m a girl with a reputation—the villain in everyone’s story. Girls like me? We don’t get fairy tale endings. But Reed’s the plot twist I never saw coming, and with his help, I wonder if I can rewrite my story. less

Liar, liar, he lights my pants on fire… It all started with a lie and an omission on the tail end of a bad day.One year ago, I left my past behind, desperate to shed an identity I no longer want. So sometimes? I’m *cough* not exactly honest about it. Ahem. When my best friend suggests a blind setup to turn my terrible night into a celebration of my newfound independence, I hesitate. But only for a moment... moreLiar, liar, he lights my pants on fire… It all started with a lie and an omission on the tail end of a bad day.One year ago, I left my past behind, desperate to shed an identity I no longer want. So sometimes? I’m *cough* not exactly honest about it. Ahem. When my best friend suggests a blind setup to turn my terrible night into a celebration of my newfound independence, I hesitate. But only for a moment. I was looking for a night of freedom, but I never expected that a blind setup would lead me straight into the arms of the wrong guy. Really. Because unbeknownst to me, that brooding, angsty, and dangerously alluring man? He’s not my blind setup. As I lied about my identity, he omitted to tell me he was hiding his own. Our one-night stand leaves us consumed by an overwhelming obsession with one another. But secrets have a way of surfacing. Especially when he offers me a job at his club. I can’t deny the pull of a man like Ezra. He can’t stay away either—no matter how much we taunt one another. Amidst the tangle of deception, can we find truth in our feelings?*Broken Like Me is the third book in The Boys from Clear Lake Series but can be read as a standalone* less

The broken. The lonely. The angry. The empty. Four childhood friends. Four wild stories. One unbreakable bond. When it comes to love, they stumble and fall but always have each other’s backs. Brothers by choice, friends for life. Get ready for laughter, tears, and unforgettable romances.“Mischievous and playful. Intense and consuming. Angsty and brooding. Handsome and unmatched. Kids tied together by missing pieces we’d filled for one another, shaping into men we could admire and be proud of... moreThe broken. The lonely. The angry. The empty. Four childhood friends. Four wild stories. One unbreakable bond. When it comes to love, they stumble and fall but always have each other’s backs. Brothers by choice, friends for life. Get ready for laughter, tears, and unforgettable romances.“Mischievous and playful. Intense and consuming. Angsty and brooding. Handsome and unmatched. Kids tied together by missing pieces we’d filled for one another, shaping into men we could admire and be proud of.“We’d held each other accountable, called each other out when needed, and showed up for the moments that mattered. The boys were my family, and they always would be.”The Boys from Clear Lake series is best read in order of release, though each book can be read as a standalone. less